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Nothing communicates quiet luxury like jewelry set with gray gemstones. Regardless of size, gray gemstone jewelry is incredibly versatile and…

Some black gemstones are so well-known their names have become synonymous with the color black. Others are less well-known by the gem buying public,…

Rarely found in nature, purple gemstones can make quite a fashion statement. Here are 13 examples for every budget and style.

Pink gemstones are becoming more popular, especially for engagement rings. Here are 21 examples for every budget and style.

Expert lapidarist Jim Buday shares how he learned to cut gems and created his Reddit subgroup. Read about his new faceting videos on IGS.

Famously found as clean and beautifully shaped natural crystals, spinels seldom receive treatments. Nevertheless, you still might encounter…

Diamond simulants often appear in jewelry, as side stones and accents as well as centerpieces. Identifying these lookalike materials, whether…

Blue is one of the rarest colors in nature. Nevertheless, blue gemstones are always in demand for jewelry. While people have adorned themselves…

For centuries, people have adorned themselves with red gemstones. Red has had strong symbolic associations with love, passion, fire, and blood,…